'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah' actor Dilip Joshi denies fake bomb threat call, says 'aisa kuch nahi hua hai'

Dilip Joshi, the actor who plays the character of Jethalal in the popular Indian sitcom "Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah," has dismissed reports of a fake bomb threat call. According to reports the show's team received a call from an anonymous person claiming that a bomb had been placed on the set. However, Joshi has denied that any such incident took place.

In a statement to the media, Joshi clarified that there was no truth to the reports and that the show's shooting had continued uninterrupted. He also expressed his gratitude to the police and security personnel who had been deployed to the set to ensure everyone's safety.

Some days back, the Nagpur Control Room had received a call that reported the presence of 25 individuals armed with weapons and guns outside his residence located at Shivaji Park. This call was also the same one where the caller had warned about bombs being planted at the residences of Mukesh Ambani, Amitabh Bachchan, and Dharmendra. Following the call, the Mumbai Police initiated an investigation into the matter.


The popular television show, which has been on the air since 2008, is known for its humorous take on the lives of a group of people living in a Mumbai housing society. It has a large following in India and is watched by millions of viewers every day.

Unfortunately, the show has also been the target of several controversies in recent years, with some groups accusing it of promoting stereotypes and offensive language. However, the show's creators and actors have consistently defended it, stating that it is meant to be a light-hearted and family-friendly program.

FAQ

Q1. Who is Dilip Joshi?
He is an Indian actor and comedian who is best known for his role as ‘Jethalal Gada’ in "Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah."

Q2. When was Dilip Joshi born?
He was born on May 26, 1968.